2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 96 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Punto | Tracer |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |